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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014 -08 Aug2014 Is A State Election Year - Did Your Voting Precinct Change? On August 12th the State Primary will be held. Precincts will be open from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm. The following offices will be on the Primary ballot: US Senator, Governor and Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, State Auditor and Attorney General. The State General Election will be held on November 4th. NOTE: With changes in Election Law beginning in 2014, NO excuse is required or will be needed to vote by absentee ballot. Visit the City website for more information. PLEASE NOTE: Due to the closing of some of our fire stations, it was necessary to relocate some of our precincts which in some cases changed the boundaries of those precincts affecting where voters vote. Following are examples of some of the changes: Precinct 1 Moved from Parkside Fire Station, 2001 McMenemy Street to St. Paul Hmong Alliance Church, 1770 McMenemy. Precinct 6 Moved from Hazelwood Fire Station, 1530 County Road C East to Redeeming Love Church, 2425 White Bear Avenue North. Precinct 12 Moved from Beaver Lake School, 1060 Sterling Street N. to Beaver Lake Lutheran Church, 2280 Stillwater Avenue. Precinct 13 Moved from East County Line Fire Station, 1177 Century Avenue North to Gethsemane Lutheran School, 2410 Stillwater Road. Precinct 14, 15 and 16 Precinct 16 has been eliminated and split between Precincts 14 and 15. Precinct 14 Located at Carver School, 2680 Upper Afton Road and Precinct 15 is located at Lutheran Church of Peace, 47 Century Avenue. These boundary lines have changed significantly. It is important to note that none of the proposed changes affect any legislative or congressional districts. City’s Official NEWSLETTER In This Issue White House Visit Boutique Style Fitness Council Corner Special Events Register For Swim Lessons Business Highlights Charitable Gambling FREE! Maplewood Movie Night • Wakefield Park Friday, Sept. 19: Little Mermaid • Carver Elementary Friday, Oct. 3: Finding Nemo Join us for a fun family night out. Concessions, activities and games available. Don’t forget to bring your chair, blanket, and bug spray. MAPLEWOOD 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Living August 2014Classes at MCC For more information and/or to find your polling site, call (651) 249-2000 or visit www.ci.maplewood.mn.us and key in “precinct locations” in the search bar. Frequently Called Numbers City Hall 651.249.2000 Maplewood Community Center 651.249.2230 Recreation 651.249.2120 Public Works 651.249.2400 Police Non-Emergency 651.767.0640 Visit the city website at www.ci.maplewood.mn.us for the meeting schedule of the City Council, Commissions and Boards. To advertise in this newsletter call 952.212.7333 or email heidi@careycommunications.org. Elected Officials Nora Slawik: Mayor .........................................................651.738.7099 nora.slawik@ci.maplewood.mn.us Marylee Abrams: Councilmember ..............................651.249.2000 marylee.abrams@ci.maplewood.mn.us Robert Cardinal: Councilmember ...............................651.765.8600 bob.cardinal@ci.maplewood.mn.us Kathleen Juenemann: Councilmember .....................651.771.3670 kathleen.juenemann@ci.maplewood.mn.us Marvin Koppen: Councilmember ............................... 651.770.5391 marvin.koppen@ci.maplewood.mn.us Melinda Coleman: Interim City Manager .................651.249.2055 melinda.coleman@ci.maplewood.mn.us MAPLEWOODLiving 2 / August 2014 Sophie Bollin of Maplewood went to the White House recently for lunch with first lady Michelle Obama as the Minnesota winner of the Healthy Lunchtime Challenge. Judges selected the 12-year-old’s quinoa and black beans recipe as the top Minnesota entry. The contest invited a parent or guardian to work with their child to whip up a healthy and affordable lunchtime recipe. Entries had to represent each of the food groups, with fruits and vegetables making up roughly half the recipe. Opting against a hot dish, Sophie teamed up with her mother Deborah Webster on the award-winning meal, which also has a vegan option. Sophie and her mother visited Washington, D.C., on July 16th. As part of the festivities, the students visited Julia Child’s kitchen at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History. Winners from each state and U.S. territories will celebrate at the Kids’ “State Dinner” with the first lady and representatives from Epicurious magazine, which sponsors the annual contest in an effort to promote healthy eating. Sophie will enter the seventh grade this fall at the Minnesota Math and Science Academy in Woodbury. She said her schoolmates reminded her to take plenty of pictures at the White House. Sophie’s recipe was selected from more than 1,500 entries. Credit: Mitchell, Corey. “Minnesota girl to dine at White House with First Lady Michelle Obama.” Star Tribune July 16, 2014 Maplewood Girl Dines at White House Thanks to Winning Recipe President Barack Obama greets guests of the second annual White House “Kids’ State Dinner” in the East Room of the White House in Washington on Tuesday, July 9, 2013. First lady Michelle Obama welcomed 54 children to the White House for creating winning recipes as part of a healthy lunch contest. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh) August 2014 / 3 New! Boutique Style Fitness Offerings At MCC by: Lori Resendiz, Fitness Supervisor If the perfect workout existed, what would it consist of? For those at the Maplewood Community Center the answer may be found by trying out some new sleek contraptions that work wonders on the human body. How about a low impact, high intensity, sweat producing, calorie burning, transformational fitness workout combining the basics of traditional Pilates with other fitness components, such as aerial arts, strength training or cardio intervals? Whether you are starting from scratch, at a highly trained level, or somewhere in between, these exciting new offerings can be done by virtually anyone, but will challenge you at your level. Aerialates® Suspension Training New at the MCC this fall is Aerialates® suspension training. Aerialates® is described as a dynamic exercise that combines the aerial arts with Pilates, challenging and inspiring the body and spirit. This artistic movement incorporates Pilates techniques while suspended, using trapeze or fabric for support. Pilates Reformer Training Also coming this fall, is Pilates Reformer training. A Pilates Reformer is elegant, spring-based resistance equipment that allows one to work very precisely, developing strength and flexibility. There is an emphasis on proper breathing and correct body alignment and quality of movement is valued over quantity of repetitions. These movements create a sleek toned body while simultaneously alleviating pain and reducing stress. Achieve a healthier life through these mindful movements. See our next issue of Maplewood Living or visit www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com to learn more about these and other new programs we will be offering this fall. Warm, Caring, and Confident Staff 2000 White Bear Ave • Maplewood • www.co.ramsey.mn.us/nh RAMSEY COUNTY CARE CENTER Rehabilitation Long Term Care Transitional Care (651) 356-5920 Family Aqu a t i c C e nterRamseyCountyParks&R e c r e a t i o n D epartment - Birthday parties - Concessions - Zero-depth entry pool - 3-story waterslide - Sand play area2401 Upper Afton Rd • 651-501-6340 BRING A COPY OF THIS AD AND RECEIVE $2 OFF ADMISSION! Valid for up to four admissions. Not valid with any other coupons or offers. Expires 8/17/14. Code: MMAUG Cirque-it Aerialates Class 2014 H & THE CITY OF MAPLEWOOD presented by Thank You Sponsors! We couldn’t have done it without your help. 4th of JulyELEBRATIONC Light it Up MaplewoodH2014 Halloween Express Presentation of Mary School (Preschool - Grade 8) 4 / August 2014 COUNCILCORNER The Council Corner is a space that is rotated monthly between the Mayor and Council members. Editorial views expressed are those of the author and may not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the City of Maplewood. Councilmembers Cardinal and Abrams, Mayor Slawik, Councilmembers Koppen and Juenemann - MAPLEWOOD - Public Safety Projects Update By: Councilmember Kathleen Juenemann East Metro Public Safety Training Facility The East Metro Public Safety Training Facility, located at Hwy 5 and Century Ave, is nearly completed, and training sessions have already begun at the site. At this time 18 local area departments will be training at this much needed regional facility. South Fire Station 1 Our new South Fire Station 1, located on McKnight Road, north of 3M Center, is well under way, with opening for operation scheduled for early November. In addition to being the first city building constructed according to Maplewood green building standards, there will be a major public safety innovation with an actual police substation operating at this location. This new police site will likely improve police presence and response time to sections of the city south of Minnehaha Avenue. Police Department Expansion Another very exciting project is the expansion of the Police Department facilities at our own City Hall site. The purposes of this project are to upgrade the facility and technology to meet current, changing needs, and plan for future needs of the department. It has been the goal of Police Department Command Personnel, City Council and staff to provide sufficient, appropriate space, improve efficiencies, maximize police capabilities and reduce operational costs. Practicality and modernization of policing operations are the major reasons for this project. Additional office space, need for storage, decent training facilities, and increased locker room space to accommodate the increased amount of equipment for each officer are obvious reasons to expand/renovate. Two other major components of this expansion project are more significant to modern police operation. Indoor parking for squad cars is an efficient, progressive element of this plan. Modern patrol cars contain considerable equipment necessary to a mobile office and public safety needs. Technology equipment, including dispatch computer systems, require a warm environment, accomplished only by significant vehicle idling outside in cold weather, and resulting in wear and tear on equipment and increased fuel use and cost. In addition to the apparent advantages, this will also be a good step in reducing our city’s carbon footprint. The second significant factor of this remodel expansion is the creation of a separate, more secure investigation area which includes a special secured computer forensics lab and a private conference room for investigative interviews. Such an area is an important, basic need in maintaining privacy and security in processing criminal cases. Completion of this project is expected in September. - continued on page 5 New Fire Station 1, Located on McKnight Road August 2014 / 5 - continued from page 4 - Council Corner Beyond building improvements, there are some changes in focus in Police Department goals as well. Basic to the data driven focus on solving community problems with the use of technology will be the implementation of new computer aided dispatch (CAD) and mobile (squad car) computing technology in early 2015. These capabilities will be implemented through Ramsey County Communi- cation Center for CAD and Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office for an improved records management system. I believe perhaps the most notable change in the Police Department is philosophical, a new concept in youth development and community continuity. In 2013 the decision was made to discontinue the DARE Program, a program that served well for several years, but doesn’t seem sufficient to the needs of the adolescent population any longer. The Police Department management staff and we, the City Council, resolved to initiate “Maplewood’s Rule of 5” = Integrative Youth Development. The goal of this program is to enrich and support our young people. The entire community-youth, parents, neighborhoods, businesses, faith communities, schools, all of us-will play a role in their development of self-image, educational achievement, positive relationships, and future successes. Our intention is for each child/ young person in Maplewood to be able to identify and relate with 5 connected, caring adults in his/her life. I am proud and thrilled to be sharing the progress of these Public Safety projects/improvements with you. We are so fortunate to have our own high quality Police Department and Fire-EMS services. We all need to thank our Public Safety men and women for their commitment, dedication, creativity and day-to-day service to all of us. These duties are proof that we can offer essential services that are of the highest quality and sustainable. - Councilmember Kathleen Juenemann Special Events Music in the Barn at the Bruentrup Farm (2170 County Road D East) FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 Gates Open at 5:30 pm • Music Begins at 7:00 pm Stroll the historic grounds of the Bruentrup Farm while enjoying delicious refreshments (additional fee) then enjoy live music in the beautifully restored barn. Don’t miss this perfect fall outing for music lovers of all kind. Space is limited and you must have a ticket to participate in this event. Cost is $5.00 presale ($10.00 day of event-unless sold-out). To register call (651) 249.2120 or visit https://apm.activecommunities.com/maplewoodmn/Home 1st Annual Maplewood Recreation Run 5k SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 at Maplewood Community Center (2100 White Bear Ave) Race Check-In at 9:00 am • Race Begins at 10:00 am Benefiting Maplewood Parks & Recreation Youth Scholarship Fund Maplewood P & R is excited to host our first annual Rec Run 2.5/5k. This event is for all skill levels from a serious runner to a family looking for a fun fall event. The race has a 2.5K option for younger runners/families or a full 5K. Each registration comes with FREE entry to the Maplewood Community Center after the race. Kids are encouraged to dress as their favorite superhero or cartoon character. Entry fee is $25.00 per person (youth run free with a paid adult). 6 / August 2014 Maplewood Community Center FALL SWIM REGISTRATION GOING ON NOW! In the land of 10,000 lakes learning how to swim is especially important! Which is why, here at the Maplewood Community Center, we are celebrating 20 years of providing high quality community swim lessons at a fraction of the price of private organizations. Our goal is to teach children that water is not something to be feared, but rather respected. By giving them the skills they need to enjoy water safely and helping them to understand their limits, we’ll teach your children to swim, splash, and play in a safe way. Our environment is another one of our keys to success. Our fun and interactive zero-depth leisure pool provides the perfect water environment for beginning swimmers. Kept at a comfortable temperature of 86-degrees and with a maximum depth of just four-feet, our versatile leisure pool allows instructors to safely challenge beginning swimmers. Take advantage of our experience today and register for one of our more than 100 class offerings. Course descriptions may be found on our website at www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com. All fall sessions include eight lessons and cost $73.00 ($58.00 for MCC members). To Register: Visit the Maplewood Community Center Customer Service Desk (Mon. and Thurs. 9:00 am - 7:00 pm or Tues., Wed., and Fri. 9:00 am - 5:00 pm). Online registration is also available at www.ci.maplewood.mn.us. Or register by phone at (651) 249-2230. 3-MONTHMembership Special Maplewood Community Center - Wellness, Arts & Fun For Everyone! BUY 3 MONTHS, GET 1 FREE Plus NO Initial Fee Hurry: Offer Valid Aug. 1 - 31 2100 WHITE BEAR AVE • Maplewood, MN 55109 maplewoodcommunitycenter.com • 651.249.2230 BusinessMaplewood August 2014 / 7 HigHligHt As the temperatures rise and the dog days of summer arrive, many Maplewood residents with young children head to Battle Creek Waterworks to cool off, take in the sun and celebrate the season. Tucked away in Battle Creek Regional Park, the facility is located at 2401 Upper Afton Road in Maplewood and is operated by Ramsey County Parks and Recreation. Waterworks offers a zero-depth entry shallow pool with interactive play equipment, an activity pool with a lily pad walk, swim area and three-story twisting waterslide, a sand play area, plenty of deck space and lounge chairs, and a concession stand for meals and snacks. Birthday parties and group reservations are also available and can be made by contacting the Parks and Recreation office at (651) 748-2500. New for the 2014 season are special Tot Tuesday sessions, where the heated zero-depth entry pool with water play structure is open early every Tuesday from 9:30 to 10:30 am for kids ages 5 and under with guardians. Tot Tuesdays allow preschoolers and their guardians the opportunity to enjoy the water park without the chaos of large groups or older kids getting in the way. Waterworks is open daily from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm. The facility will remain open for the season through at least Sunday, August 17 and may be open later into the month depending on weather conditions. For more information and updates on when the park will close for the season, visit https://parks.co.ramsey.mn.us. (see ad on page 3 for admission coupon) Maplewood Dental Associates Creating Smiles For 41 Years Cool off with a Splash at Battle Creek Waterworks Dr. William Johnson, founder of Maplewood Dental Associates did a study in 1973 looking for a central location that would be convenient for patients. He had a vision of starting a group practice so that many patients could be served. Cope Avenue in Maplewood was the location he selected. Now, 41 years later, Dr. Scott Kajer, Dr. Michael Splett, Dr. Annika Simon and the team of 25 caring, dedicated staff members are still providing comprehensive dental care in Maplewood. The doctors and staff at Maplewood Dental Associates are highly skilled in many areas of dentistry, including sedation dentistry, same-day porcelain crowns, implants, cosmetic dentistry, preventive services, periodontal maintenance and endodontic treatment. They are family oriented, and serve everyone – from small children to seniors. Dr. Annika Simon says “We are proud of the trust and strong relationships that we have built with our patients by always putting them and their dental health first. Our patients are like family, and we value them greatly. They are our best source of new patient referrals, and we are proud of the feedback that we receive from them.” Maplewood Dental Associates enjoys being involved in the community and participating in events. One of the events they take part in is Give Kids a Smile Day. Maplewood Dental Associates and other clinics around the country volunteer their time and services to provide treatments to underserved children throughout the United States. Maplewood Dental Associates continues to grow and focus on education so that they can provide the most current advancements in treatment, techniques and equipment to their patients. During the past several years they have implemented digital x-rays, the office has gone completely “chartless”, and they now offer technology where they can produce high quality porcelain crowns in just one visit. Call (651) 770-3831 or visit the website to learn more. www.maplewooddental.com Dentistry for the Entire Family City of Maplewood 1830 County Road B East Maplewood, MN 55109 Phone: 651.249.2000 www.ci.maplewood.mn.us PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID Permit #32324 Twin Cities, MN********ECRWSS** RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMER Upon request, this newsletter will be made available in an alternate format.Printed on 10% post consumer product. CCCU.COM | (651) 225-2729 | 1 800 223-2801 $400 THE GRASS IS GREENER OFFCLOSINGCOSTS WITH A CITY & COUNTY MORTGAGE Equal Housing Lender. Minimum Loan amount of $100,000 required for closing cost offer. Other restrictions may apply. Closing Cost offer applies to 30 year mortgage and is subject to change. October 24throughNovember 16 SHLANDPRODUCTIONS Performance for a Lifetime www.ashlandproductions.org 651-274-8020 January 23throughFebruary 8 City of Maplewood Now Accepting Applications for 2015 Charitable Gambling Funds The City of Maplewood is now accepting applications for the use of the 2015 proceeds of the City’s 10% Charitable Gambling Tax. The application deadline is August 29, 2014. In order to qualify an organization must be a non-profit corporation with an IRS 501(c) (3) designation serving the citizens of Maplewood. The first priority will be given to funding City of Maplewood organizations and second priority to organizations from outside the city proposing to meet the needs of Maplewood residents. In general, requests from organized athletic groups are not funded. The City Council awarded a total of $32,000 in Charitable Gambling Tax Funds in 2014. Funds went to the following groups: Boy Scout Troop 461, Boy Scout Troop 197, CHILD Inc., Dispute Resolution Center, District 622 Education Foundation, Gethsemane Lutheran School, Hmong American Education Fund, Maplewood Area Historical Society, Maplewood Fire Fighters Flower Fund, Maplewood Monarchs S.O. Team, Maplewood Police Explorers, Maplewood Police Reserves, Maplewood Youth Scholarship Fund, Ramsey County Fair, Second Chance Animal Rescue, Simon Youth Foundation – Maplewood Mall, St. Jerome’s Catholic School, St. Mary’s Health Clinics, The Salvation Army, Tubman Family Alliance, Webster Elementary School, and White Bear Area YMCA. The funds are awarded by a vote of the Maplewood City Council. Applications are available on the city website www.ci.maplewood.mn.us or by calling Lois Knutson at 651.249.2051. The deadline is August 29, 2014.